Big Tech faces a historic legal showdown. A major trial over social media addiction has begun and could reshape the technology industry. Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg testified before a jury for the first time over claims that social media harms young people. His testimony came more than four years after leaked internal documents suggested the company knew its platforms could…

Kremlin stance hardens amid fragile diplomatic climate Speaking in Moscow, President Vladimir Putin asserted that Russia is not seeking a fight with European nations but is fully prepared should Europe initiate one. He warned that if European governments were to launch a military confrontation, Russia’s response would be swift, leaving “no opportunity for further discussions.” His remarks came as political…